Senior Account Director

Company Description

PayEman is a UK-based fintech startup building a Shariah-aligned financial ecosystem for Muslims and ethically conscious consumers. The company focuses on modern financial services without interest, hidden fees, or ethical compromise. PayEman is exploring products such as cross-border payments, remittances, digital wallets, charitable giving, BNPL, debit cards, and savings solutions. By combining technology with Islamic financial principles, PayEman aims to be a trusted one-stop platform for sending, spending, giving, and managing money through ethical financial products. The team is driven by a belief in financial inclusion, transparency, and accessible ethical finance for all. Role Description The Senior Account Director is a full-time remote role responsible for leading strategic client relationships and driving revenue growth across PayEman’s product portfolio. This role involves overseeing key accounts, understanding client needs, and ensuring delivery of high-quality financial solutions aligned with Shariah principles and ethical standards. The Senior Account Director will manage and mentor account teams, coordinate cross-functional projects, and collaborate closely with sales, product, compliance, and marketing to develop and execute account plans. Daily activities include monitoring account performance, identifying upsell and cross-sell opportunities, preparing forecasts and reports, and representing PayEman in client meetings and partner discussions. The role also includes contributing to go-to-market strategies, refining processes, and supporting PayEman’s expansion into new markets.

Qualifications

Strong account management skills, including building long-term client relationships and managing strategic accounts. Proven team management and team leadership experience, with the ability to motivate, coach, and develop high-performing teams. Demonstrated sales expertise, including pipeline development, negotiation, and closing complex B2B or fintech deals. Solid project management capabilities, with experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives and delivering results on time and within scope. Background in fintech, financial services, or related sectors; familiarity with ethical or Shariah-aligned finance is a plus. Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills, with a data-driven approach to decision-making. Ability to work independently in a remote environment, handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced startup setting. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field; advanced degree or professional certifications are advantageous.